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A good part of the Internet is invisible to regular browsers and known as the deep web; a component of the deep web is the dark web, content which relies on the internet but isn’t available to regular browsers. While the dark web is used for legitimate purposes by businesses and other private networks, it is also commonly associated with the less salubrious aspects of the internet including criminal activity. Accessing the dark web is generally accomplished with specific software and configurations including ‘onion’ browsers the best known of which is probably Tor (The Onion Router).
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Palo Alto Networks boosts cybersecurity with Talon acquisition

Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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Palo Alto Networks acquires Talon Cyber Security, a move that highlights the firm's growth in the cybersecurity sector and the introduction of Talon's enterprise browser technology.
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AppOmni experts warn of AI risks & mega breaches in 2024

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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AppOmni experts predict perilous 2024: AI misuse, chronic mega breaches, and new cyber weaponry loom large.
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WatchGuard predicts cybersecurity threats and trends for 2024

Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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Cybersecurity leader WatchGuard predicts a rise in AI-driven cyber threats, VR/MR headset attacks and harmful QR codes in 2024.
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WatchGuard unveils cybersecurity threats predicted for 2024

Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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WatchGuard Technologies warns emerging tech trends like AI, VR/MR headsets and QR code technology could present key cybersecurity threats in 2024.
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Trellix warns of rising collaboration in ransomware groups in 2023 report

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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Cybersecurity firm Trellix exposes alarming collaboration within ransomware groups, citing sophisticated tools and tactics, in a new report.
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Ad fraud set to surge due to automation advancements

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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Insikt Group warns ad fraud losses could surge to $100bn due to a rise in automated solutions like bot software.
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Australia pledges no ransom payments for cyber attacks at CRI Summit

Sat, 4th Nov 2023
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Australia officially pledges at the CRI Summit not to pay ransom for cyber attacks, affirming its dedication to combatting global cybercrime.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - An update from Appdome with Jan Sysmans

Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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Jan Sysmans, who is the Mobile App Security Evangelist at Appdome, joins us today to tell us more about Appdome and the importance of mobile app security.
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Adobe launches Photoshop on the web, complete with genAI features

Fri, 29th Sep 2023
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Adobe has officially released Photoshop on the web as part of all Photoshop plans, complete with newly released Adobe Firefly generative AI features.
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Exclusive: Menlo Security continues to lead in browser security

Fri, 25th Aug 2023
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To learn more about what Menlo Security does, TechDay spoke with Mark Guntrip, Senior Director for Cybersecurity Strategy at Menlo Security.
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Ransomware named top malware for past seven years - Kaspersky

Tue, 20th Jun 2023
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The Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence team presented a new study that reveals ransomware as the most widespread MaaS over the past seven years.
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CyberArk introduces first identity security-based enterprise browser

Fri, 26th May 2023
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This first-of-its-kind Identity Security web browser enables organisations to better protect against attacks with a flexible, identity-based approach.
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Emerge Digital and ConnectWise redefine SMEs cybersecurity

Mon, 24th Apr 2023
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Emerge Digital has teamed up with ConnectWise to make enterprise-level cybersecurity protection accessible to SMEs and help reduce costs.
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Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns

Mon, 17th Apr 2023
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Check Point Research has identified a growing trend on the dark web and hacking underground involving the theft and sale of stolen ChatGPT Premium accounts.
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4 in 5 ransomware attacks include threats beyond data encryption

Thu, 13th Apr 2023
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Evasive web threats often come through the web browser and easily bypass multiple layers of detection in prominent security technology.
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How to prevent dark web criminals profiting from your data

Wed, 15th Feb 2023
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Dark web trade of stolen login details is booming, putting individuals and companies at serious risk. Action is needed to prevent it.
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The rise of web browser attacks – and how to combat them

Tue, 14th Feb 2023
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Indeed, many attackers have been adapting their methods in order to capitalise on a series of new opportunities.
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Adobe Acrobat PDF now on Microsoft Windows' Edge browser

Fri, 10th Feb 2023
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Natively embedding Acrobat PDF technology in Microsoft Edge will deliver an enhanced PDF experience for Windows users and a seamless path to even more value.
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Beware the darkverse and its cyber-physical threats

Tue, 9th Aug 2022
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A darkverse of criminality hidden from law enforcement could quickly evolve to fuel a new industry of metaverse-related cybercrime.
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Fake donation pages promising help to Ukraine appear on Darknet

Mon, 21st Mar 2022
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Fraudulent donation pages promising aid to the Ukraine are appearing on the Darknet, according to Check Point Software.